Program Acquisition Support SME

Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret clearance
  • Minimum 12 years of relevant acquisition/program management experience
  • Master's degree in a related field from an accredited university
  • APDP Level III, PMP certification, or ability to obtain one
  • Proficiency using DoD, Air Force, and/or Space Force tools, including MS Office application
  • Willing to report to designated work location in El Segundo, CA, up to full time as required

Responsibilities

  • Provide Program Acquisition Support services to the MilComm and PNT Product Support Delta (SSC/CGM)
  • Develop responses to inquiries, overseeing Task Management at various organizational levels
  • Coordinate and track task execution across the Directorate, ensuring timely responses
  • Conduct research and analysis to support strategic planning and milestone reviews
  • Review program documents for compliance with acquisition policy and PNT objectives
  • Support visit coordination and facilitate required documentation and scheduling
  • Assist with drafting and editing program communications and briefings

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance programs
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

SPA has a near-term need for a Program Acquisition Support SME. The key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:
  • Provide Executive Acquisition Support (EAS) to the MilComm and PNT Directorate, including strategic planning, portfolio integration, and lifecycle acquisition facilitation.
  • Develop, review, and staff acquisition documents including strategies, plans, reports, and briefings across the Directorate and up through 2-letter leadership.
  • Analyze program baselines, schedules, risks, and funding; recommend actionable alternatives and improvements.
  • Support the development and execution of the Directorate's Strategic Plan, Human Capital Plan, and strategic communications products.
  • Coordinate and support strategic briefings, speeches, public affairs messaging, and external/internal communications.
  • Facilitate governance processes, strategic off-sites, and synchronization with HQ USSF and USAF planning activities.
  • Conduct research, analysis, and reporting on technical and programmatic topics; develop decision-quality insights for senior leaders.
  • Manage and support task tracking, visit planning, and milestone preparation for high-visibility engagements and leadership events.


Qualifications

About the Must Haves
  • Active TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain one
  • Minimum 15 years of relevant acquisition and strategic planning experience
  • Master's degree in a related field from an accredited university
  • APDP Level III and PMP certification, or the ability to obtain both
  • Experience with Air Force/Space Force acquisition processes and tools (e.g., IMP/IMS, POM planning, DoD 5000 series)
  • Reports to designated work location in El Segundo, CA, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

About the Desired
  • Prior experience supporting PEO-level organizations or the SSC/CGZ PAG
  • Strong written communication skills for high-level briefings and messaging
  • Experience with Strategic SATCOM, GPS, or PTES programs


At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain the top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Salary pay range: 180k - 225k

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. California, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $180,000.00/Yr. - USD $225,000.00/Yr.

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